Master fishing in Trails of Cold Steel III! Discover the best rods, attachments, and how to get them from Old Man Rod and other shops to catch every fish.
Hey there! So, you wanna get into fishing in Trails of Cold Steel III? It's a pretty neat way to snag some extra goodies and level up your fishing skills. As you play through the game, you'll find that shops like Old Man Rod's will start stocking new gear. Grabbing these attachments is key because they'll boost your Rod Level, which in turn lets you catch even bigger and rarer fish. If you're ever lost on where to go next in the story, don't forget to check out the main walkthrough!
Here's a look at the different fishing rods you can get your hands on:
| Fishing Rod | Location |
| Custom Rod | Nyo-Su-An Imports |
| Techno Rod | Purchase from Old Man Rod |
But the real game-changers are the attachments! These little upgrades can make a huge difference in your fishing success. You'll need to have caught a certain number of fish before some of these become available, so keep at it!
| Attachment | Location |
| Double Hook | Speak with Old Man Rod or Freddy when you have caught 3 or more fish |
| Treble Hook | Speak with Old Man Rod or Freddy when you have caught 12 or more fish |
| Double Amino | Speak with Old Man Rod or Freddy when you have caught 15 or more fish |
| Amino Gel | Speak with Old Man Rod or Freddy when you have caught 6 or more fish |
| Expanded Spool | Speak with Old Man Rod or Freddy when you have caught 9 or more fish |
| Expanded Spool G | Speak with Old Man Rod or Freddy when you have caught 18 or more fish |
| Dual Line | Purchase from Old Man Rod |
| Shock Reader | Purchase from Old Man Rod |
| Auto Drag | Purchase from Old Man Rod |
| Custom Handle | Purchase from Old Man Rod |
| Tuned Gear | Purchase from Old Man Rod |
Pro-Tip: Keep an eye on your fish count! Some of the best attachments, like the Expanded Spool G, require you to have caught a good number of fish (18 or more, in that case). So, happy fishing, and may your line always be tight!
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